Astrograph

Published 7:00 pm, Monday, November 17, 2008

Today

Try to increase your social activities in the year ahead, because, through the influence of new friends, you could become involved in many things that never would have piqued your curiosity in the past.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) -- Doing something constructive that puts you in front of your peers has a strong appeal. Your desire to achieve admirable accomplishments can earn you accolades.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) -- You'll respond to the slightest amount of rivalry because competitive developments will provide the impetus to become a bit bolder -- and to try a lot harder.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) -- Trade on know-how from well-informed associates, and you can accomplish a heck of lot more than you would otherwise. You're smart enough to let others lead the way.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- There will always be people around who are willing to call the shots if they see you are reluctant to make decisions. If you view this as a disadvantage, speak up.

PISCES (Feb. 20-March 20) -- Instead of wasting your hours doing nothing of importance, engage yourself in something productive, even if you have to push yourself to get started.

ARIES (March 21-April 19) -- Socially, it's in your nature to be more of a participant than an observer, and this gregariousness is likely to help make new friends at this time.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) -- Because you'll want to extend yourself in ways that can be of service to your family, give domestic matters top priority. It'll be greatly appreciated.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) -- Should circumstances warrant, try to focus more on mental activities than on physical ones. You are apt to be far better at brainwork than in situations where brawn is required.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) -- If you've been thinking about changing your budget, put your thoughts into action to see what happens. Your clever ideas might end up saving money.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) -- There is a good chance that an endeavor needs a stronger leader than it presently has. If you are tagged as the person to fulfill that requirement, don't hesitate to take it on.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) -- Even if you have to deal with a tough horse-trader, you won't permit anything but fairness to prevail. It will be this persistency that ends up winning him or her over in the process.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) -- Bright lights and happy people will have a special appeal, so don't allow yourself to get stuck in a dull activity. Go where the action is -- or be the catalyst that gets things rocking.